individualistic values
[ˌɪndɪvɪdʒuːəˈlɪstɪk ˈvæljuːz]
noun phrase
valores individualistas
1. A set of principles and beliefs that prioritize personal autonomy, self-reliance, and individual achievement over collective or group interests
Western societies often emphasize individualistic values such as personal freedom and self-determination.
As sociedades ocidentais frequentemente enfatizam valores individualistas como liberdade pessoal e autodeterminação.
2. Cultural or social priorities that focus on personal goals, individual rights, and personal responsibility rather than communal welfare
The company's individualistic values encouraged employees to pursue their own career advancement.
Os valores individualistas da empresa encorajavam os funcionários a perseguir seu próprio avanço profissional.
3. Ethical or moral frameworks that emphasize personal choice, individual merit, and self-interest as legitimate motivations
In contrast to collectivist cultures, individualistic values place emphasis on personal success and independence.
Em contraste com culturas coletivistas, os valores individualistas enfatizam o sucesso pessoal e a independência.
Individualistic values are deeply embedded in American and Northern European cultures, often contrasted with more collectivist values found in Asian, African, and Latin American societies. In Brazil, while collectivist values have traditionally been stronger, younger generations and urban populations increasingly adopt individualistic values. This tension between individualism and collectivism is an important dimension in cross-cultural psychology and organizational behavior studies.
NYC Slang
doing your own thing / looking out for number one
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